Report text and drive tips from city official
Megan Gilliland city communications manager explains how to report traffic violations including texting while driving. Call police dispatch at 832-7509 for non emergencies or 911 for emergencies with details such as location and time to aid enforcement.
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Tattoo memories on Massachusetts Street prompt local thoughts
On the Street column by Adam Strunk gathers responses from Lawrence residents on Massachusetts Street about memorable tattoos. Kim Lybarger, William Sanders, Jeremy Tate, Xavier Martinez, and others share personal reflections ranging from ear ink and stop motion hands to full sleeves and lantern designs honoring loved ones.
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LAW ENFORCEMENT REPORT No incidents reported Wednesday
A law enforcement briefing notes that no incidents were reported on Wednesday. The report provides no further details or names, indicating a quiet period for the agency.
Hospital births in Lawrence mark week with multiple babies
Cassandra Willebrun and William Brown welcome a boy in Lawrence on Tuesday. Rob Moyla and Jennifer Duhamel celebrate a girl born Tuesday. Maximillian Kaufman and Brianna Haid joyfully add a girl born Tuesday. Casey and Jennifer Clarkson announce a boy born Wednesday in Lawrence.
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William Brown
Lawrence
Rob Moyla
Jennifer Duhamel
Maximillian Kaufman
Brianna Haid
Casey
Jennifer Clarkson
Quarry plan review splits Douglas County commission
Douglas County commissioners Wednesday said a proposed shift in the Big Springs Quarry mining sequence near Lecompton requires a full review and public hearing at the city county planning commission. Mid States Materials argues no specific order was mandated by the 1990 permit, while neighboring property owners contend the timing was clear. Commission Flory sided with Mid States, but was outvoted 2 1 by Gaughan and Thellman who call for more thorough review.
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Nancy Thellman
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Kansas Head Start Association
Kansas governor signs sweeping changes to Court of Appeals selection
Gov. Sam Brownback signed a law stripping the bar association from screening Court of Appeals nominees and giving the governor sole appointment power subject to Senate confirmation. The move signals possible later changes to Supreme Court justice selection via a constitutional amendment. Critics say the changes politicize judges while supporters tout judicial independence with public consent. In separate local news, Adolfo Gomez, 53, awaiting sentencing for child abuse and endangerment, has had his hearing delayed for a third time as he changes counsel. a new hearing is set for April 11.
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Sam Brownback
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Illinois
Lawrence
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